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A bottle of Campo Bravo tequila and a layered cocktail in a stemmed glass, topped with ice and a dried lime wheel. Photo taken by Seattle and Austin based drinks photographer Nitya Jain.

A hand sifts green matcha powder through a fine mesh strainer over a dark cocktail in a coupe glass, the powder falling neatly onto the drink—captured by an Austin Food and Lifestyle Photographer against a moody bar backdrop.

An Austin Food and Lifestyle Photographer captures a hand with gold jewelry holding a yellow frothy cocktail in a ribbed glass, garnished with a dried citrus slice and a bright yellow flower.

A glass of fruit-filled cocktail splashes as ice drops in, surrounded by bottles, a jar of dried citrus slices, and other colorful drinks on a tray, set against a vibrant green background.

A bottle of Empress 1908 Cucumber Lemon Gin stands behind a stemmed glass filled with an orange cocktail, styled by an Austin Food and Lifestyle Photographer. Two dried citrus slices rest on the marble surface against a beige textured wall.

A woman sits on a tan leather bench, thoughtfully examining a glass of golden wine in her hand. Captured by an Austin Food and Lifestyle Photographer, she wears a gray sweater and headband, with sunlight streaming through the window behind her.

A splash of dark liquid erupts from a glass filled with ice, against a rich red curtain background, with droplets frozen mid-air and warm light illuminating the scene by an Austin Food and Lifestyle Photographer.

Close-up by an Austin Food and Lifestyle Photographer: cold brew coffee with vibrant orange ice cubes as creamy milk pours over, creating swirling patterns.

A martini glass filled with an orange and yellow cocktail, garnished with a bright red cherry, set against a light, frosted background.

A bottle of Dirty Monkey Banana Peanut Butter Whiskey sits on a bar next to a cocktail garnished with bacon strips and a banana slice, captured by an Austin Food and Lifestyle Photographer. Blurred liquor bottles fill the background.

A glass of red cocktail with ice and an orange peel garnish sits on a wooden table, captured by an Austin Food and Lifestyle Photographer, against a dark green, tufted background.

A glass of bourbon with a large ice cube sits on a metal plate beside vintage keys, a crochet cloth, and a bottle of bourbon on a dark wooden surface.

A stemmed cocktail glass filled with an orange-brown drink sits on a dimly lit bar counter, artfully captured by an Austin Food and Lifestyle Photographer against a dark, blurred background.

A close-up of a frozen blackberry encased in a clear ice cube, with frosty details visible, resting on a light-colored surface with water droplets around.

A smiling bartender wearing a wide-brimmed hat shakes a cocktail shaker behind a bar lined with bottles. Captured by an Austin Food and Lifestyle Photographer, a “High Desert” bottle, glass with ice, herbs, and tools sit in the foreground.

Orange flowers and green leaves are frozen in a block of ice, with bubbles and frost surrounding them. Some petals and leaves are partially encased or pressed against the icy surface.

A tall glass filled with a bright green iced drink, garnished with a dried slice of kiwi attached to the rim with a tiny clothespin, sits on a light stone surface against a dark background—captured by an Austin Food and Lifestyle Photographer.

A festive scene with a martini on a vinyl record player, colorful Christmas trees, a “Christmas at Home” book, gumdrops, tinsel garland, and treats, set against a green satin backdrop.

A woman in a blue floral dress stands behind a bar, pouring clear alcohol into a shaker, with shelves of liquor bottles in the background—captured by an Austin Food and Lifestyle Photographer.

A can of KeVita Probiotic Refresher Lemon Ginger Sparkling Drink stands beside fresh ginger roots and sliced lemons. Photo taken by Seattle and Austin base beverage-product photographer Nitya Jain.

A splash of coffee in a martini glass with a twisted stem, set in front of an ice block embedded with coffee beans, as droplets spray in mid-air.

A glass of iced coffee with swirling cream sits on a textured surface, set against a warm, red-orange blurred background.

Vox Media photoshoot for Eater Austin

A bottle of Titos Handmade Vodka stands next to a cocktail garnished with a lime wheel and grapefruit slice, with fresh grapefruit halves and orange flowers in the background on a marble surface.

A bartender with a striped shirt pours liquid from a bottle into a large mixing glass, with liquor bottles visible in the background. The bartender has a bald head and an arm tattoo.

A stemmed glass filled with an orange-colored cocktail, ice cubes, and a long cucumber slice garnish, set against a dark background.

A hand with a palm tree tattoo holds a pink cocktail with ice, next to dried citrus slices and a bottle of Campo Bravo tequila on a sunlit orange surface—captured by an Austin Food and Lifestyle Photographer.

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Gin Martini for Botanist. Photo by Seattle, Austin and San Francisco based beverage photographer Nitya Jain

A cocktail with a frothy top is garnished with a dried pineapple slice, captured by an Austin Food and Lifestyle Photographer, and served in a clear glass on a dark marble table.

A blue cocktail in a glass with a pink rubber duck floating on top, surrounded by swirling dry ice vapor. The background is dark, highlighting the colorful drink and dramatic fog effect.

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A green cocktail with a large ice cube, garnished with a lime slice and sprinkled with sesame seeds at the Royale Room in Austin. Photo by Austin and Seattle based beverage photographer Nitya Jain.

Tea product photography

A martini glass filled with a clear liquid and three green olives, with liquid splashing out, captured by an Austin Food and Lifestyle Photographer against a dark background and vibrant green surface.

A bottle of Milam & Greene rye whiskey stands beside a cocktail glass with an orange garnish. Smoke rises from a cigarette in an ashtray, all set against a rich blue fabric backdrop.

A frosty glass of light pink drink with ice, garnished with a dried citrus slice and fresh basil sprigs, is beautifully captured by an Austin Food and Lifestyle Photographer against a light beige background and orange surface.

A martini with a lemon twist and a rocks glass cocktail garnished with an olive and lemon peel sit on a green table next to a red menu embossed with “RR.”.

A bottle of Tito’s Handmade Vodka, a coupe glass filled with a dark espresso martini garnished with coffee beans, and a moka pot on a brown surface—captured by an Austin Food and Lifestyle Photographer in warm lighting and shadows.

A bottle of REBBL Dark Chocolate Protein drink on a cold splash of coffee. Photo taken by Seattle and Austin based beverage-drinks photographer Nitya Jain.

An Austin Food and Lifestyle Photographer captures a person using a torch to create a burst of flame over a cocktail glass on a dimly lit bar counter, adding the perfect finishing touch to the drink.

A clear cocktail in a glass tumbler with ice and a dried lime wheel garnish, placed on a stainless steel bar counter.

A hand lifts a wooden lid from a glass of cocktail, releasing a swirl of smoke. The drink contains an ice block and garnish, and is set on a marble surface against a dark background.

A bottle of Pantalones Blanco Orgánico Tequila sits on a stone surface with a rustic urn behind it, beautifully captured by an Austin Food and Lifestyle Photographer. The square bottle features a clear label and cork with leather strap.

A clear glass goblet filled with vibrant red liquid sits on a dark surface, with the liquid splashing upward in dramatic motion against a black background.

A person in a burgundy long-sleeve shirt and beaded bracelet holds a clear cocktail glass with a light drink, garnished with a curled orange peel. Captured by an Austin Food and Lifestyle Photographer, the background is dimly lit.

Slices of lime and sprigs of mint are frozen in a block of clear ice, creating a fresh and vibrant arrangement with green and yellow tones.

A person in a red dress holds a green cocktail garnished with cucumber slices and basil leaves, their gold bracelet and ring catching the light—captured by an Austin Food and Lifestyle Photographer.

A woman with long brown hair pours Jack Daniel’s whiskey into a jigger over a glass with ice at a bar, captured by an Austin Food and Lifestyle Photographer, with shelves of bottles visible in the background.

A pink cocktail with a frothy white top, garnished with a dried purple flower, served in a coupe glass on a gray countertop.

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